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sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Opening World Cup 2026 erupts with shocks—from USA’s 4-1 romp to Ronaldo’s quiet day

The opening round of the 2026 World Cup delivered a wave of shocks across groups: the USA announced itself with a 4-1 rout of Paraguay, Morocco outplayed Brazil for a 1-1 draw, Cape Verde held Spain to a 0-0 stalemate, Messi lit up the tournament with a hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria, and Ronaldo looked off the pace for Portugal in a 1-1 draw. Tunisia sacked its manager after a 5-1 defeat, while New Zealand and Ghana produced eye-catching results and Canada earned its first World Cup point, signaling a dramatic start to the group-stage action.

via FanSided|

#group-standings #ronaldo #shocks

business7 months ago•1 min saved

Navigating Uncertainty: Portfolio Strategies and Unexpected Events in 2026

UBS provides strategies for investors to prepare their portfolios for potential shocks and growth opportunities in 2026, emphasizing diversification and risk management.

via CNBC|

#2026 #business #growth-opportunities

finance2 years ago•1 min saved

Central Bank Members Express Caution Amidst Inflation Concerns and Rate Hike Possibilities

Robert Holzmann, governor of Austria's central bank, stated that the European Central Bank (ECB) could potentially implement one or two more interest rate increases if there are additional shocks to the economy. While the ECB recently hiked interest rates to a record level, signaling a potential end to the cycle, Holzmann emphasized that if unforeseen shocks occur or if the current information proves incorrect, further rate hikes may be necessary. The ECB's decision to raise rates has been aimed at combating inflation, and the central bank has indicated that the current interest rates will contribute to a timely return of inflation to its target level.

via CNBC|

#economy #european-central-bank #finance

automotive2 years ago•13 min saved

Unraveling the Mystery of Unconventional Pickup Truck Shock Mounting

Pickup trucks often have staggered shocks, with one shock mounted in front of the rear axle and the other mounted behind it. This configuration helps to prevent axle hop and tramp, which can occur when leaf springs deform under hard acceleration or braking. The shocks resist the rotation of the axle, reducing the twisting of the springs. Additionally, the lateral spacing of the shocks relative to the wheels affects their motion ratio in roll, with outboard shocks providing better damping. However, the placement of shocks is limited by packaging constraints, and independent suspensions offer more consistent motion ratios in both vertical and roll motions.

via The Autopian|

#automotive #axle-hop #leaf-springs

sports3 years ago•13 min saved

RockShox's New and Improved SID Forks Meet the Demands of XC Racing

RockShox has introduced updates to its SID family of forks and shocks for 2024, catering to the demands of modern cross-country (XC) racing. The new SID forks and shocks feature three-position damping adjustment, revamped DebonAir+ air springs, weight reduction, and improved performance. The SID SL now offers a 110mm-travel option, while the SIDLuxe rear shock has been re-tuned for a smoother ride. RockShox aims to provide a more capable fork for both XC racing and trail riding, with the changes reflecting the increased demands placed on bikes and riders in the sport.

via BikeRadar|

#forks #mountain-biking #rockshox